Sunday, 11 January 2026

Author: Fasiha Khushiri

STPM workshop for Tupong to prepare and motivate students

KUCHING: The Sarawak government places strong emphasis on education as a core policy in shaping a brighter future. Tupong assemblyman Datuk Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman stated that academic excellence requires continuous efforts to overcome challenges in education, including preparation and environmental factors affecting students. In this regard, the STPM 2024 Workshop

Unimas selected as strategic partner for MDEC’s e-Usahawan Hub

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas), through the Unimas Entrepreneurship Centre, made history by being selected as a strategic partner for the e-Usahawan Hub by the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC). This official announcement was made during the presentation ceremony of the e-Usahawan Hub plaque by Ts Nik Naharudin Mohd

A night of dance and applause

KUCHING: The Russell, Randell & Cindy (RRC) Dance Company Dinner & Dance 2024 was held on December 21 at the Imperial Hotel here, where dining guests were mesmerised by the spectacular dance performances put on by its students. Dancers from various age groups, from young to older, displayed energy, enthusiasm,

UNIMAS hosts AI-focused seminar with industry leaders

KUCHING: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) hosted a two-day seminar on “Empowering Digitalisation: Inspiring Connections Through Artificial Intelligence & Citizen Science” from December 18 to 19. The seminar, organised by the Chief Digital Officer’s Office in collaboration with UNIMAS AI Hub and the Open Asia project co-funded by the European Union,

Seeking relatives of accident victim

KUCHING: Sarawak General Hospital is searching for the next of kin or family members of an individual named Mr X, who is in his 40s and whose ethnicity is unknown. The individual is believed to have been hit by a motorcycle while walking along the roadside. “A member of the

Teachers union backs Education Act amendment for compulsory secondary education

KUCHING: The Sarawak Bumiputera Teachers Union (KGBS) has expressed strong support for the bill aimed at amending the Education Act 1996 to make education compulsory up to the secondary school level. The bill is expected to be tabled in February 2025. KGBS president Zulkefli Sebli stated that the proposed legislation

Sarawak Club brings festive cheer to adopted charities

KUCHING: In a heart-warming display of generosity, The Sarawak Club continued its legacy of benevolence by presenting cheques to its five adopted charities, marking the 12th consecutive year of dedicated corporate social responsibility initiatives. The event, held at the club’s main reception, was not just about financial contributions but also

Hassan Durian thrives on quality and trust

KUCHING: For Mohamad Moktar Bujang, affectionately known as ‘Hassan Durian’, the durian trade is more than a business—it’s a lifelong passion. At 56, this seasoned durian seller has over 30 years of experience and is a trusted name for durian lovers around Pasir Pandak. Sourcing his prized durians from the

Sarawak KPDN committed to fostering harmonious business environment

KUCHING: The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN), Sarawak is committed to fostering an ideal business environment in the region. According to Sarawak KPDN director Matthew Dominic Barin, numerous programmes have been implemented throughout the year to achieve this goal and to promote a more harmonious business

Aina finds roaring success in solo debut

KOTA SAMARAHAN: An enthusiastic turnout of about 3,000 concert-goers at the Aina Abdul – Imaji Tour 2024 on Saturday night (Dec14) marked a significant milestone in the Imaji tour. Despite facing various challenges throughout her 10-year journey in the music industry, Aina Abdul’s first solo concert in Sarawak drew an